Cauliflower Soup

1: In a large soup pot, cook your bacon until crisp and remove. Reserve grease to cook sausage.

2: Add sausage and cook until browned, breaking up the meat as you go, about 8-10 minutes.

3: Remove to a plate with a slotted spoon. Drain all but 2 tablespoons of grease.

4: Add onions and cook until soft, about 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.

5: Add cauliflower and broth. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

6: Simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes or until cauliflower is tender.

7: Puree the soup until smooth with an immersion blender.

8: Add half and half and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in sausage, bacon, and kale.

9: Simmer until kale is wilted, about 5 minutes.

10: Add salt, pepper, and sprinkle of red pepper flakes.